NAI CIR Harrisburg Triathlon/Duathlon

Events

NAI CIR Harrisburg Triathlon :
Triathlon : Swim 0.8 mile, Bike 14 miles, Run 3.1 miles
NAI CIR Harrisburg Duathlon :
Duathlon : Run 3.1 miles, Bike 14 miles, Run 3.1 miles
  • Race Date: Sunday, June 21, 2009
  • Start Time: 7:00 AM
  • Entry Fee:$60 USAT member till 6/13/09 - $70 Non USAT member till 6/13/09 - $85 everyone 6/14/09 thru race
  • Location:City Island
  • Address: 25 Station Road
  • City/State/Zip:Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101
  • Country: USA
  • This is a flat and fast course that covers the area around City Island and Riverfront park. It is great for the beginner or for the experienced athlete.
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    Course Information:

    Swim - .8 miles in river - Triathletes
  • - Starting at the north end of City Island(by bath house).
  • Volunteer boaters and lifeguards will be on the river to assist you.
  • You are responsible for getting to the start of the swim at the north end of City Island by the bathhouse. It is about a 1/2 mile walk.
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    OR First 5K run - Duathletes
  • - Start from bath house on the north end of City Island.
  • Run across Walnut Street bridge. Make a right and go to the lower level of the river walk.
  • Continue south to end of paved river walk underneath the south bridge. Make a left and go to Front Street.
  • Make a left and run back toward City Island on the upper level to the ramp behind the Comfort Inn.
  • Continue on the upper level path to the Market Street Bridge. Cross the Market Street Bridge on the sidewalk.
  • Once back to City Island, run to the south end and into the transition area.
  • Volunteers will assist you at all turns. Otherwise, follow the taped and chalk arrows on the river walk paths.
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    Bike - 14 miles - All Participants
  • - Stay in bike lane after leaving the transition.
  • Go up the ramp and over the Market Street Bridge.
  • Turn left on to Front Street heading north past Division Street (watch crossover, this is the start of two way traffic).
  • Bike north to Fort Hunter Mansion and turn around in parking lot. Return same route to the Market Street Bridge and across to City Island.
  • Please use caution. The course is open north of Division Street! There will be other vehicles on the road, so stay to the right as much as possible.
  • Volunteers and police will be at all high traffic intersections.
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    Run: Final 5K Run - All Participants
  • - Start from transition area on the south end of City Island. Run across Walnut Street bridge.
  • Make a right and go to the lower level of the river walk. Make a right and go north to Sunken Gardens. Loop around Sunken Gardens counter clockwise and run back the way you came.
  • Once back to City Island, run to the south end to the finish line. Volunteers will assist at all turns. Otherwise, follow the chalk arrows on the river walk paths.
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    Directions:

    Google map this address - 25 Station Rd., Harrisburg PA, 17101
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    Other Info:

    The race is chip timed.
  • This is our method of timing the race and helps to get complete results fast. You will pick up your timing chip the morning of the race.
  • Look for a separate table around the registration area where volunteers will be handing them out.
  • You will attach this to your ankle by a velcro strap during the entire race.
  • Relay members must pass it to each other during transitions.
  • You must turn it in at the finish line. If you do not finish the race, please bring the chip to the finish line. If you do not return the chip, you will be charged $35.
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    Wetsuits:
  • Wetsuits are optional if the water temperature does not exceed 78 degrees.
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  • Every Participant receives a special limited-edition T-shirt.
  • Post event food will be available.
  • There is a 500 athlete limit.
  • Results will be posted on the web: www.multisportmaniacs.org & www.runhigh.com 24 hrs after race completion.
  • This is a partially open bike course. Keep your head up and watch out for other vehicles.
  • Transition area opens at 5:30 A.M.
  • You are responsible for getting to the start of the swim at the north end of City Island by the bathhouse. It is about a 1/2 mile walk.
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